Japan-Korea Rural Planning International Conference 2025
May 26, 2025
Committee of International Affairs, ARP
Concept
The Japan-Korea Rural Planning International Conference 2025 will be held in Miyazaki City and Misato Town, Miyazaki Prefecture, under the theme of “Inheritance of rural traditional culture and sustainable community development.” Both countries are facing the problems of declining and aging populations, and many local regeneration activities have been implemented in response to these challenges. In recent years, the importance of “traditional wisdom/knowledge,” a system of knowledge and wisdom that has been inherited from one generation to the next in each localities, has been receiving much attention. In this international conference, we would like to discuss how to develop sustainable rural development in accordance with local conditions by reexamining traditional culture, and then to discuss about the future of rural development in both countries under this theme. On November 6 (Thu), we will hold presentation session and poster session in English, and on November 7 (Fri)we will visit Misato Town, Miyazaki Prefecture.
Theme: Inheritance of rural traditional culture and sustainable community development
Dates (November 2025) Nov. 6 (Thurs) PM: International conference Nov. 7 (Fri) Whole day: field trip Evening: Farewell dinner
Venue
– International Conference: Nishiki-Honmachi Hinata Campus (new campus of University of Miyazaki – within walking distance from Miyazaki JR Station)
– Welcome Dinner: Miyazaki City
– Excursion: Misato Town, Miyazaki Prefecture
Call for Poster Presentation
The International Conference on November 6 will include a poster session. We are calling for a wide range of participants to present posters in English. Not only general members of the association, but also student members, international students, and local practitioners are welcome to participate.
To register, please fill-out necessary information in the form below:
https://forms.gle/jAtxoxAiJXcHereT6
Manuscripts for proceedings should be submitted to:.
arp_international@rural-planning.jp
Note: In case of too many applications etc., the number of poster presentation may be restricted due to the capacity of the venue.
Deadlines
– Deadline for poster presentation entry (submission of title): July 11 (Fri.)
– Deadline for submission of manuscripts for proceedings: September 30 (Tue)
Fees
– International Conference Registration Fee Regular members and non-members: 4,000 yen Student members: 2,000 yen
– Excursion Fee
Regular members and non-members: 2000 yen
Student members: 1000 yen
– Other fees
Dinner and excursion lunch, etc. : Actual costs are charged.
Note: Please pay the fees at the registration desk on the day of the conference (cash only).
*For inquiries, please contact the Committee of International Affairs: arp_international@rural-planning.jp
Special International Symposium (Online)
– Western Europe-
May 24, 2021
Committee of International Affairs, ARP
Proceedings are here !
■Date/Time: May 28, 2021; JST 17:30-20:30
UK 9:30-12:30
NL & IT 10:30-13:30
■Method: Zoom webinar(live) ‒ free access
Language: English (English‒Japanese simultaneous interpretation provided for audience.)
To participate (to receive zoom link information), please visit following link to provide your e-mail by 12:00 noon (JST) on May 26 (Wed), 2021:
(EN) https://forms.gle/atKwQvSzwXd7S7LZA
(JP) https://forms.gle/bZGX2hbJ8UxbnsiF8
■Symposium Theme: Rural Areas in Transition
■Concept
In recent years, the world, including rural areas, has been in a transitional period． COVID-19 is said to have accelerated or directed the change. What is happening in rural areas of Western Europe now? The Symposium invites three key speakers from countries that have faced serious challenges and struggled to solve them ahead of time, in order to examine the changing paradigm and look at a new world beyond the change.
■Program
17:30 Opening (15 minutes)
(1) Opening speech
Dr. Tomohiro ICHINOSE, Professor, Keio University, President of Association of Rural Planning
(2) Introduction of symposium concept and speakers
Moderator: Dr. Kako INOUE, Associate Professor, University of Miyazaki, Head of Committee of International Affairs, Association of Rural Planning
17:45 Keynote presentations (30 minutes each)
- “Redesigning the farming system supporting local prosperity, the Italian experience”
Prof. Francesco Di Iacovo, University of Pisa, Italy - “Rural vitality and wellbeing – The Dutch case and the EU Long Term Vision for Rural Areas”
Prof. Bettina B.Bock, Wageningen University and University of Groningen, Netherland - “Enabling and Enterprising Countryside”
Prof. Jeremy Phillipson, Newcastle University, CRE (Centre for Rural Economy), UK
- “Redesigning the farming system supporting local prosperity, the Italian experience”
19:15 Break (15 minutes)
19:30 Discussion and Q & A session (60 minutes)
Coordinator:
Prof. Mikitaro Shobayashi, Gakushuin Women’s College, Japan
Panelists (all speakers):
Prof. Francesco Di Iacovo
Prof. Bettina B.Bock
Prof. Jeremy Phillipson
20:30 Closing
Note: The Zoom webinar will be opened at around 17:20 on the day of the webinar.
(PPT materials of the presentations and recorded video will not be shared.)
■Contact:
Committee of International Affairs, Association of Rural Planning
*Planned and managed by: Dr. Miki Nakano, Dr. Mari Takeda, and Dr. Kako Inoue
(E-mail: arp_international & rural-planning.jp) & -> @
Call for Abstract: Online ARP (Association of Rural Planning) International Seminar (fin.)
December 21, 2020
Committee of International Affairs, ARP
Under the circumstance of COVID-19 Pandemic, Committee of International Affairs, Association of Rural Planning (ARP) has decided to hold an online International ARP Seminar by inviting ARP members and potential Special Oversea Member (ARP’s new membership for foreign residents), including ex-ARP member and/or those who recommended by ARP member. ARP invites potential participants to submit abstracts for oral presentation at the Online ARP International Seminar held on Feb. 27 (Sat):
Program:Here (2021/02/15 update)
Venue:
Online (Zoom)
Please be noted that your abstract will be uploaded on the page set in ARP website, and those who submitted abstracts are invited to make online oral presentation (around 15-minute presentation/person).
Theme:
Creation / Re-evaluation of attractive rural society and a rich and beautiful rural environment.
Language:
English
Registration:
Potential participants (Those who have ARP membership and/or potential “Special Oversea Member” – ARP’s new membership, including ex-ARP member and/or those who recommended by ARP member) are requested to register your presentation by filling necessary information at following site: https://forms.gle/iLz9Buj5ghTrtqWz9
Please submit the form by Feb. 5, 2021.
Submission of Abstract:
Potential participants are invited to submit Abstract (Word) through e-mail to the ARP Committee of International Affairs at arp_international & rural-planning.jp (& -> @) by February 5, 2021.
Please download “Abstract Form” here.
Participation fee:
Free
Important dates:
Submission of (1) registration form and (2) Abstract Feb. 5, 2021
Program released Feb. 19, 2021
Online ARP International Seminar (oral presentation) Feb. 27, 2021
Contact:
Committee of International Affairs, Association of Rural Planning (arp_international & rural-planning.jp) & -> @